Wesley Kwong
About Wesley Kwong
Wesley Kwong serves as the Director and Team Lead for Learning Leadership & Sales Solutions at Breakthru Beverage Group in Canada, where he has worked since 2019. He has a diverse background in event production, brand management, and team leadership, with previous roles at Maritz Canada Inc. and E. & J. Gallo Winery.
Work at Breakthru Beverage Group
Wesley Kwong currently holds the position of Director, Team Lead - Canada, Learning Leadership & Sales Solution at Breakthru Beverage Group. He has been with the company since 2019, leading a team of four direct reports across Canada. His role emphasizes enhancing professional development and performance within the team. Prior to this position, he served as Learning & Development Manager - Ontario and National Trade Development Manager at Breakthru Beverage Group, contributing to various initiatives aimed at improving sales solutions and leadership training.
Education and Expertise
Wesley Kwong completed his Honours BA in Human Geography and Social Cultural Anthropology at the University of Toronto - Woodsworth College from 2002 to 2007. He also achieved a Sport and Event Marketing Certificate from George Brown College between 2008 and 2009. His educational background supports his expertise in event production and marketing, which he has applied throughout his career in various roles within the beverage industry.
Background
Wesley Kwong has a diverse professional background that includes significant experience in event production and marketing. He began his career as an Assistant Program Manager at the University of Toronto in 2007, followed by roles at Maritz Canada Inc. as a Production Coordinator and Account Coordinator. He later transitioned to E. & J. Gallo Winery, where he held several positions, including National Brand Manager and Territory Sales Manager, before joining Breakthru Beverage Group.
Achievements
In his current role, Wesley Kwong is accountable for managing a $250,000 training budget, ensuring effective allocation and utilization across three organizations in Canada. He collaborates closely with Human Resources on corporate communication initiatives, aligning them with organizational goals. Additionally, he is a contributing member of the IDEA planning committee, which focuses on enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the corporate structure.